Protecting trafficking victims a national and moral responsibility: MoH
The Ministry's spokesperson, Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad, made the statement on the occasion of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, observed globally on July 30.
Dr. Al-Sanad emphasized that the Ministry's role in addressing this issue stems from 'an integrated humanitarian and professional system that encompasses prevention, monitoring, and rehabilitation.' He added, 'Protecting the victim begins from the moment they enter a health facility and continues until they are able to live again in safety and dignity.'
The Ministry provides free, comprehensive health services to all victims without discrimination. These include emergency care, ambulance services, full treatment for medically and legally significant cases, and various preventive vaccinations. All services are delivered with strict professional confidentiality and respect for the victims' privacy.
Emergency and accident departments at government hospitals are equipped with immediate reporting protocols, ensuring prompt coordination with the relevant authorities in cases of suspected violence or exploitation involving children, adults, or the elderly. Security checkpoints and specialized investigators are stationed in hospitals around the clock to ensure rapid and professional intervention. In such cases, the Ministry also provides legally compliant medical documentation to aid investigations.
Highlighting the importance of psychological and social support, Al-Sanad noted that the Ministry deploys specialized teams of psychologists and social workers to shelters to assist victims in overcoming trauma and regaining emotional and social stability, preparing them for reintegration into society.
The Ministry has also taken steps to train and qualify healthcare professionals across hospitals and primary care centers to identify and respond to cases of human trafficking. These professionals receive targeted training on the legal and ethical procedures required to handle such cases with sensitivity and responsibility.
Al-Sanad stressed that the Ministry views its role in combating human trafficking not only as a medical duty but also as a national and moral obligation. He underscored the importance of community awareness, stating that the Ministry organizes workshops, public awareness campaigns, and commemorates the World Day annually to promote a culture of protection, prevention, and vigilance.
He further emphasized that 'the State of Kuwait, under its wise leadership and with the cooperation of its institutions, places human dignity and protection at the core of its priorities,' adding that the Ministry is fully mobilized to safeguard lives, restore victims' confidence, and enable them to live safely.
In 2018, Kuwait established the National Committee for the Prevention and Combating of Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants, aiming to create a society free from trafficking and smuggling, and committed to raising public awareness of the dangers of these crimes.
The United Nations General Assembly has designated July 30 as the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, to raise awareness of human trafficking, highlight the plight of victims, and advocate for the protection of their rights.
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